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Venus’ Transit of Libra

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Venus enters Libra on September 14th at 9:42 AM EDT. This is one of her home signs, so she is powerful here.

Libra is the sign of harmony, relationships and beauty, so some people mistakenly underestimate this combination. Social grace and relating are emphasized but many do not view these as strengths. And Venus in Libra can be co-dependent as she is primarily concerned with what the other wants. So there will be a lot of projection, flirting and “Whatever you want is fine with me.”

But this is not weak energy. Never forget that Libra is a Cardinal sign and Venus in Libra uses her charm and grace to skillfully and assertively appeal to others (without appearing to be assertive). Her talent is appealing to you and making you feel like you’re the only one in the room for that moment. She can become what she senses you want, all the while maintaining her detached view of the situation. Libra is an Air sign, so connections involve analysis. Venus in Libra is the beautiful strategist.

When this energy is distorted, connections can be superficial. At her worst, Venus in Libra wants to be someone’s partner for the sake of partnership (she really doesn’t like being alone). The idea of romance is exalted but the messy realities of relationships are avoided. She can be a social climber, focusing on appearance.

But at her best, Venus in Libra is the ultimate partner, sensing exactly what her lover wants and giving it to him/her without sacrificing her values or integrity. She understands that strategic compromise is an essential part of any partnership and being someone’s devoted partner does not make her weak. Her strength lies in her ability to be assertive (Cardinal) in a graceful way. Venus in Libra is just as competitive as Aries, but she competes in a way that others can’t detect (until she’s won). Some may call this sneaky (or passive- aggressive) but really she just knows how to get what she wants.

It’s easy to smack someone across the chops with your assertiveness but it takes skill to position yourself ahead of the pack in a way that’s undetectable and appealing.

During this transit, pay attention to what you want in the guise of what others have (they will reflect your desires). It’s all about the other, and jealousy/comparison/competition will be emphasized. Also, look at the balance between you and your partner – do you give each other what you want or is it one-sided? Do you know how to compromise or do you compromise to the point where others use you?

Here are the aspects Venus in Libra will make:

  • Sep 17th: opposite Chiron Rx in Aries (4 deg)

  • Sept 19th: inconjunct Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Sept 24th: sextile Ceres in Sagittarius (11 deg)

  • Sept 25th: square Saturn in Capricorn (13 deg)

  • Sept 25th: square the Nodes in Capricorn/Cancer (14 deg)

  • Sept 27th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (16 deg)

  • Sept 28th: sextile Jupiter in Sagittarius (17 deg)

  • Oct 1st: square Pluto Rx in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Oct 6th: inconjunct Vesta Rx in Taurus (27 deg)

  • Oct 8th: Scorpio ingress

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Virgo Season: The Best

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The Sun enters Virgo on Aug 23rd at 6:01 AM EDT. The focus is on improvement, details and service. This is the season where you’re compelled to look at what’s wrong/missing and how that could be improved. But it’s also easy to remain stuck on what’s broken and ignore how it might be upgraded.

Virgo is the sign of service. This means (ideally) helping others without allowing yourself to become a slave/servant. Or, accepting help because you realize that someone has a more effective solution. “Service” is a difficult issue for many- some see it as a shameful thing and they look down on those who serve them (cashiers, waiters/waitresses, etc.) How you treat those who serve you says everything about the type of person you are. Others try to force their help on those who cannot be helped. It’s important to know when someone doesn’t want your assistance.

At its best, Virgo elevates mundane tasks – pride is taken in the precision of the work. The work becomes a thing of beauty that cuts through time and space like a laser, delivering exactly what’s needed at the perfect time. Details are elevated to something transcendent and the complexity of the thing that’s been built takes your breath away. Virgo specifics are the path to elevation and transcendence – God really is in the details. What you overlook can tear you down. What you focus on can raise you up.

Virgo is also about purity – focusing on the one issue and the best use of energy. Focusing on what’s healthiest. Virgo is self-contained, which applies to the concept of virginity. Sexual energy is not repressed. Instead, it’s reserved. Consider the difference. Do you waste your energy on those who don’t appreciate you? Or do you reserve yourself for those who understand your value?

Be selective and see what happens.

Here are the aspects the Virgo Sun will make:

  • Aug 28th: Sun inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries (4 deg)

  • Aug 28th: square Ceres in Sagittarius (5 deg)

  • Aug 29th: Sun trine Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Sep 2nd: Sun conjunct Mars (9 deg)

  • Sep 3rd: Sun conjunct Mercury (11 deg)

  • Sep 6th: Sun trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Sep 6th: opposite Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Sep 8th: Sun square Jupiter in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Sep 8th: Sun trine Capricorn North Node (15 deg)

  • Sep 10th: Sun opposite Neptune Rx in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Sep 13th: Sun trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Sep 20th: trine Vesta in Taurus (27 deg)

  • Sep 23rd: Libra ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Virgo

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Venus enters Virgo on August 21st at 5:06 AM EDT. Relationships, money, values and self-esteem are filtered through the lens of precision and service. This means an exacting standard around what you want, have and own, or (if distorted) an attitude of slavery regarding who you love and what you’re worth.

This transit will hi-light the specifics of what you want – what’s missing and what could be better. This is excellent for self-improvement but it can also lead to picking away at your self-worth until there’s nothing left. The focus on flaws must be balanced with the drive to improve. Change the recording from “I’m worthless” to “I’m worth the upgrade.”

Venus in Virgo wants you to get real about love and resources. This entails looking at the specifics (the truth) of what’s working and what isn’t. If what you have/love isn’t working, this will not be a happy transit. But if you can see beyond the “failure” to the opportunity to make it better, this is can be the moment you grab the Virgo scythe and cut through the wasteful people/situations that are preventing you from being your best.

If you’re into helping others, this transit can be about love through service. It’s tricky energy because it can quickly tip over into slavery. But with proper boundaries and self-awareness (your self-worth is not defined by what you do for others) this can be a time where you experience the love and happiness that comes from simply making someone’s life bette: no applause ,no congrats. There’s nothing in it for you – you’re helping them and that’s it but that’s enough. Again, be careful -some will take advantage of this and if your values are weak you’ll fall victim to the belief that you’re only worth what you can do for others.

Overall, I see this as a transit of focus. Virgo is about specifics, so this is an opportunity to focus on what you really want and what really makes you happy, with an injection of realism.

BTW, Virgo is associated with pets, so those with Venus in Virgo tend to have an affinity with domesticated dogs and cats (or gerbils, guinea pigs, etc). Love is expressed with worried nurturing and obsessive care. This can also extend to human pets *ahem* partners – the fussing/control issues are a way of expressing love. If your partner has Venus in Virgo this doesn’t mean that they view you as a pet, but they do see you as a work in progress and their ultimate responsibility.

Here are the aspects Venus in Virgo will make:

  • Aug 24th: conjunct Mars (4 deg)

  • Aug 24th: square Ceres in Sagittarius (4 deg)

  • Aug 25th: inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Aug 26th: trine Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Sept 1st: opposite Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (13 deg)

  • Sept 1st: trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Sept 2nd: square Jupiter Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Sept 3rd: trine South Node in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Sept 4th: opposite Neptune Rx in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Sept 6th: trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Sept 12th: trine Vesta in Taurus (27 deg0

  • Sept 13th: conjunct Mercury (28 deg)

  • Sept 14th: Libra ingress

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Leo Season: You Have The Power

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John William Waterhouse

John William Waterhouse

The Sun enters Leo on July 22nd at 10:50 PM EDT. This is the season of pride, joy, power and courage – the courage to fully express who you are and take pride in that. Leo’s power comes from the fire of conviction that you are the best/the leader/the centre. Whether or not you feel this about yourself, the vibe of Leo season is a good time to take stock of what you’re proud of, what empowers you and what brings you joy.

Leo is famously selfish and generous. And here we have the essence of distorted and healthy Leo. The distortion arises when ego is threatened and there are childish demands for attention. But the highest expression of this sign is unforced generosity, megawatt charm and romance – you just know you’re exceptional so others bask in your glow. And this in turn attracts more of the adoring audience because there are no rages or self-pitying dramas to repel people. Yes, focusing on how no one appreciates you is selfish – you’re turned inwards, to the exclusion of all else.

This is not meant to invalidate your crises or traumas. We all go through periods where we need to lick our wounds and shut out the world: this is essential for healing. But there is a season for everything and Leo season will illuminate areas where you have the power to show others what you’ve got, and where you can extricate yourself from situations that disempower you. The Sun rules this sign, so its light has never been brighter. If the spotlight seems harsh (you feel rejected, suppressed, cast out) consider why that is.

The Leo area of your chart will be lit up – it’s where you have something to create, celebrate or show off. Yes, really, even if it’s a seemingly small thing. What brings you joy? What are you proud of? Don’t compare yourself to what others are doing, just shine your own light.

Here are the aspects the Sun will make:

  • Jul 23rd: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 28th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 29th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 31st: New Moon in Leo (8 deg)

  • Aug 2nd: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (10 deg)

  • Aug 7th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 7th: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Aug 10th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Aug 14th: conjunct Venus (21 deg)

  • Aug 14th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 15th: square Vesta in Taurus (22 deg)

  • Aug 15th: Full Moon in Aquarius (22 deg)

  • Aug 21st: sextile Pallas in Libra (28 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: conjunct Juno (29 deg)

  • Aug 23rd: Virgo ingress

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Leo Season: You Have The Power

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John William Waterhouse

John William Waterhouse

The Sun enters Leo on July 22nd at 10:50 PM EDT. This is the season of pride, joy, power and courage – the courage to fully express who you are and take pride in that. Leo’s power comes from the fire of conviction that you are the best/the leader/the centre. Whether or not you feel this about yourself, the vibe of Leo season is a good time to take stock of what you’re proud of, what empowers you and what brings you joy.

Leo is famously selfish and generous. And here we have the essence of distorted and healthy Leo. The distortion arises when ego is threatened and there are childish demands for attention. But the highest expression of this sign is unforced generosity, megawatt charm and romance – you just know you’re exceptional so others bask in your glow. And this in turn attracts more of the adoring audience because there are no rages or self-pitying dramas to repel people. Yes, focusing on how no one appreciates you is selfish – you’re turned inwards, to the exclusion of all else.

This is not meant to invalidate your crises or traumas. We all go through periods where we need to lick our wounds and shut out the world: this is essential for healing. But there is a season for everything and Leo season will illuminate areas where you have the power to show others what you’ve got, and where you can extricate yourself from situations that disempower you. The Sun rules this sign, so its light has never been brighter. If the spotlight seems harsh (you feel rejected, suppressed, cast out) consider why that is.

The Leo area of your chart will be lit up – it’s where you have something to create, celebrate or show off. Yes, really, even if it’s a seemingly small thing. What brings you joy? What are you proud of? Don’t compare yourself to what others are doing, just shine your own light.

Here are the aspects the Sun will make:

  • Jul 23rd: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 28th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 29th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 31st: New Moon in Leo (8 deg)

  • Aug 2nd: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (10 deg)

  • Aug 7th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 7th: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Aug 10th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Aug 14th: conjunct Venus (21 deg)

  • Aug 14th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 15th: square Vesta in Taurus (22 deg)

  • Aug 15th: Full Moon in Aquarius (22 deg)

  • Aug 21st: sextile Pallas in Libra (28 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: conjunct Juno (29 deg)

  • Aug 23rd: Virgo ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Cancer: Mommy

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Charles West Cope

Charles West Cope

Venus enters Cancer at 11:17 am EDT on July 3rd.

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which is about needs. Venus is about what you want. The two are very different, but when Venus enters this sign they are united. So think about what you want and need, and how they can come together in the next month. Consider the differences and how they might unite.

Venus in Cancer adds a very personal cast to all relationship, financial and self- esteem issues. It matters because it matters to you, end of story. Venus in Cancer is emotional, empathetic, moody. Love/affection is displayed via nurturing and there is no way to detach. Yes, it’s personal and if they don’t get it they don’t get you. Literally.

You want to feel safe and cuddled. Love is expressed with hugs. If there’s no emotional connection- f**k them.

Food.

We can’t forget about Cancer’s association with comfort food – chocolate, soup, mashed potatoes. Whatever you want and whatever makes you feel good. This is a potent blend of want and security. Mother, nourishment. Milk. How does this play out in your life?

Regardless of what your relationship is with your mother, this transit can take you to a place where you are aware of what you want and need, and it’s all about her. It’s potent because it’s based on the past.

How does what you want connect to your relationship with your mother? Do you need to change it or strengthen it?

Here are the aspects Venus in Cancer will make:

  • Jul 4th: inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: square Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 8th: sextile Uranus in Taurus (5 deg)

  • Jul 9th: trine Black Moon Lilith in Pisces ( 7 deg)

  • Jul 14th: sextile Vesta in Taurus (14 deg)

  • Jul 16th: inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (15 deg)

  • Jul 17th: opposite Saturn Rx in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Jul 17th: square pallas in Libra (17 deg)

  • Jul 17th: conjunct North Node (17 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 21st: opposite Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Mercury Rx (26 deg)

  • Jul 27th: Leo ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Cancer: Mommy

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Charles West Cope

Charles West Cope

Venus enters Cancer at 11:17 am EDT on July 3rd.

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which is about needs. Venus is about what you want. The two are very different, but when Venus enters this sign they are united. So think about what you want and need, and how they can come together in the next month. Consider the differences and how they might unite.

Venus in Cancer adds a very personal cast to all relationship, financial and self- esteem issues. It matters because it matters to you, end of story. Venus in Cancer is emotional, empathetic, moody. Love/affection is displayed via nurturing and there is no way to detach. Yes, it’s personal and if they don’t get it they don’t get you. Literally.

You want to feel safe and cuddled. Love is expressed with hugs. If there’s no emotional connection- f**k them.

Food.

We can’t forget about Cancer’s association with comfort food – chocolate, soup, mashed potatoes. Whatever you want and whatever makes you feel good. This is a potent blend of want and security. Mother, nourishment. Milk. How does this play out in your life?

Regardless of what your relationship is with your mother, this transit can take you to a place where you are aware of what you want and need, and it’s all about her. It’s potent because it’s based on the past.

How does what you want connect to your relationship with your mother? Do you need to change it or strengthen it?

Here are the aspects Venus in Cancer will make:

  • Jul 4th: inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: square Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 8th: sextile Uranus in Taurus (5 deg)

  • Jul 9th: trine Black Moon Lilith in Pisces ( 7 deg)

  • Jul 14th: sextile Vesta in Taurus (14 deg)

  • Jul 16th: inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (15 deg)

  • Jul 17th: opposite Saturn Rx in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Jul 17th: square pallas in Libra (17 deg)

  • Jul 17th: conjunct North Node (17 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 21st: opposite Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Mercury Rx (26 deg)

  • Jul 27th: Leo ingress

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Mars’ Transit of Leo: Proud or Childish?

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Mars (actions, sexual energy, anger) enters Leo on July 1st. Leo is a Fixed (stubborn) sign that is concerned with pride, attention, self-expression and creativity. Mars can be bold and insistent in this sign, pushing for what seems essential (including romance and risk) because it’s a matter of pride. Ego drives actions. This can indicate confident actions or childish actions, depending on how aware the person is.

Confident actions come from a place of heat and calmness – you just know this is it and the heat of your assurance keeps you centered. Childish actions are a reaction to feeling ignored or insecure – you feel like you have to prove something.

Overall, this is a good transit for doing things that grab attention. But remember that Mercury will station Rx in this sign on July 7th (and will conjunct Mars) so there will be delays and questions.

Here are the aspects Mars in Leo in will make:

  • Jul 3rd: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mercury Rx (4 deg)

  • Jul 11th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 11th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 14th: inconjunct Black moon Lilith in Pisces (7 deg)

  • Jul 25th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Jul 26th: inocnjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Jul 30th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 31st: square Vesta in Taurus (18 deg)

  • Aug 3rd; conjunct Juno (20 deg)

  • Aug 4th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 8th: sextile Pallas in Libra (23 deg)

  • Aug 18th; Virgo ingress

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Mars’ Transit of Leo: Proud or Childish?

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Mars (actions, sexual energy, anger) enters Leo on July 1st. Leo is a Fixed (stubborn) sign that is concerned with pride, attention, self-expression and creativity. Mars can be bold and insistent in this sign, pushing for what seems essential (including romance and risk) because it’s a matter of pride. Ego drives actions. This can indicate confident actions or childish actions, depending on how aware the person is.

Confident actions come from a place of heat and calmness – you just know this is it and the heat of your assurance keeps you centered. Childish actions are a reaction to feeling ignored or insecure – you feel like you have to prove something.

Overall, this is a good transit for doing things that grab attention. But remember that Mercury will station Rx in this sign on July 7th (and will conjunct Mars) so there will be delays and questions.

Here are the aspects Mars in Leo in will make:

  • Jul 3rd: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mercury Rx (4 deg)

  • Jul 11th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 11th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 14th: inconjunct Black moon Lilith in Pisces (7 deg)

  • Jul 25th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Jul 26th: inocnjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Jul 30th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 31st: square Vesta in Taurus (18 deg)

  • Aug 3rd; conjunct Juno (20 deg)

  • Aug 4th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 8th: sextile Pallas in Libra (23 deg)

  • Aug 18th; Virgo ingress

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